Contracts Officer - Colne, United Kingdom - Colne Town Council

Description

Background

Colne Town Council has responsibility for delivery of Town Centre CCTV, Children's Playgrounds, Multi Use Games Areas (MUGAs), Bus Shelters, Benches, Primet Community Centre, Colne Town Hall and Annex, 5 retail units and, more recently, the Great British Rhythm and Blues Festival.

All of this is on top of the management of an active and geographically-dispersed Allotment portfolio and an already very active events programme, including the Colne Cycle Grand Prix, Seasonal Festivals, Markets and Hallowe'en events and occasional local markets.

The Post

Colne Town Council is looking for a
Contracts Officer (CO) to support the Town Clerk/RFO in the management of the ground's maintenance contracts of Colne Town Council.

Hours 36 per week over 5 days - Salary: £26,845 - £28,371 per annum depending on experience.

The CO will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a number of Colne Town Council assets including Alkincoates Park, Benches, Bus Shelters, Play areas, MUGAs and their associated grounds maintenance contracts.

The CO will also administer the contracts for the rental of various allotment plots on sites throughout the Town.

As the first point of contact for these assets, the post holder will need to be well-organised, flexible, reactive, committed and personable.

The role will require strong customer focus, attention to detail and a firm emphasis on achievement in order to help the Clerk and the Councillors deliver the best outcomes for the Council and the people of Colne.

How to apply
Applications will be accepted in paper or electronic format.


If you wish to have an informal discussion about this role, please contact Gina Langley on

Please note that we expect a high volume of applicants for this post and your submission should ensure we are easily able to identify how you meet all the essential skills, otherwise you will not be considered for interview.

If additionally, you meet any of our "desirable" criteria, then please do include this.


Do not, at this stage, send Qualification Certificates or proof of identity.

Selection for Interview

Salary:
£26,845.00-£28,371.00 per year


Benefits:

• Free parking
• Onsite parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location:
In person

Application deadline: 28/04/2023

Expected start date: 05/06/2023